The Humboldt Broncos team bus has been involved in a fatal crash on the way to a game in Nipawin.

Nipawin RCMP said in a news release they are on the scene of a "serious" collision on Highway 35 about 30 kilometres north of Tisdale near the junction of Highway 335.

RCMP confirmed there have been injuries and deaths, but did not say how many.

People are reportedly gathering at the Elgar Petersen Arena to pray for the team.

Fatalities have been confirmed, as have a number of injuries. We are unable to confirm numbers at this time

The crash involved the Broncos team bus, according to the Nipawin Hawks Twitter account. There are other, unconfirmed reports that the crash involved a semi.

Traffic is expected to be blocked or restricted for several hours and drivers can expect lengthy delays, police said. 

RCMP ask those travelling in the area to use extreme caution around emergency personnel and avoid the area if at all possible.

Two STARS Ambulance units have been dispatched to the scene.

Tonight's game has been cancelled.

Many people and other sports teams have expressed their thoughts and prayers on social media.

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More to come.